Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Springfield
Ohio waste management services operate on weekly zone-based schedules. Exact pickup days vary based on your local municipality or private franchise hauler.
State Mandate
Ohio EPA regulations prohibit the disposal of whole scrap tires in standard landfills.
Varies by private hauler (e.g., Green for WM, Brown for Rumpke) Bin (Trash)
Trash must be bagged to prevent litter and placed at the curb according to your specific private hauler's designated morning cutoff time.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Wrappers and heavily soiled paper
Varies by private hauler (if offered) Bin (Recycling)
Clean and dry all containers before recycling. Place them loosely in your recycling cart without using plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard boxes
- ✓Mixed paper and junk mail
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (clean)
- ✓Aluminum and steel food cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Food residue
- ✕Styrofoam packaging
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, chains)
Yard Waste Bin
Ohio EPA restricts yard waste from landfills. It must be composted, bagged separately for private hauler collection (often for a fee), or bagged for the city's fall leaf pickup.
Accepted Items
- ✓Autumn leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush and small twigs
- ✓Natural plant debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Varies by private hauler subscription
Placement
Place approved bulk items at the curb only on the day agreed upon with your hauler, ensuring they do not block sidewalks or street traffic.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas and large chairs
- ✓ Mattresses (must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Non-freon household appliances
- ✓ Large unbroken toys or furniture
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions and electronics (take to Specialty Recycling)
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals)
- ✕ Refrigerators containing Freon
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
Fees vary by company. Some haulers offer one free bulk item per month, while others charge a per-item fee. Check your service agreement for details.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Because Springfield operates on an open-market system, holiday schedules depend entirely on your chosen private hauler. However, most major providers (like WM and Rumpke) push collection back one day if a holiday falls on a weekday.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and bulk item collections scheduled through your hauler typically follow the same one-day delay as standard household trash.
Always refer to your specific hauling company's website or app to confirm their exact holiday schedule, as smaller local operators may have different procedures.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Recycling Stream
Whether you have curbside recycling or use the Clark County drop-off centers, never place your recyclables inside plastic grocery bags. The flexible plastic wreaks havoc on sorting machinery, causing extensive delays and safety hazards for workers.
Separate Your Yard Waste Properly
Never mix grass clippings or tree branches into your standard trash or recycling bins. Because yard waste is banned from Ohio landfills to save space, mixing these items will result in your hauler refusing to empty your cart until the debris is separated.
Clean Out Your Containers
Before recycling peanut butter jars, soup cans, or plastic beverage bottles, give them a quick rinse. Residual food and liquids contaminate the surrounding porous materials like paper and cardboard, rendering entire batches of recycling useless.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
November - DecemberThe City of Springfield provides a dedicated bagged leaf pickup service late in the fall. Residents must securely bag their leaves and place them at the curb for collection. Check the city’s Public Works announcements for your exact neighborhood schedule.
Winter
December - MarchSevere Midwestern snowstorms can disrupt regular private hauler routes. During heavy snowfall or ice emergencies, your garbage collection may be delayed by one or two days to ensure the safety of the sanitation drivers on residential streets.
Spring/Summer
April - OctoberAs yard work increases, remember that the Clark County Recycling Center on West Main Street accepts all natural yard waste from residents for free on Thursdays, helping you avoid extra hauling service fees from your private garbage company.
About Springfield Waste Management
Navigating Springfield’s Open Market Trash Collection
In Springfield, Ohio, residential garbage collection operates on a subscription-based, open-market system. Rather than relying on a single city-contracted service, residents have the freedom to select from licensed local waste haulers such as H.W. Mann & Sons, Rumpke, Waste Management, or C.J.'s Refuse Hauling. Since rates, bin sizes, and pickup schedules vary by provider, homeowners must coordinate directly with their chosen company to establish weekly curbside service and secure their designated trash carts.
Recycling Options for Clark County Residents
Because recycling services can vary significantly among private haulers—with some companies not offering curbside recycling at all—the Clark County Solid Waste District steps in to fill the gap. Residents who lack curbside recycling can utilize the Specialty Recycling Center located on West Main Street. This facility, open on Thursdays and the first Saturday of each month, accepts traditional recyclables alongside hard-to-dispose-of items, ensuring Springfield remains environmentally conscious regardless of a homeowner’s private hauling situation.
Managing Yard Waste and Autumn Leaves
Disposing of yard debris requires special attention in Springfield, as the Ohio EPA restricts yard waste from entering local landfills. Haulers generally require residents to bag grass clippings and twigs separately, often for an additional fee. However, the City of Springfield does provide a complimentary fall leaf pickup program during November and December. Residents must bag their leaves for this seasonal curbside collection, or they can drop off natural yard waste for free at the Clark County Recycling Center on designated days.
Handling Bulk Trash and Specialty Items
Getting rid of large household items like broken couches or old appliances in Springfield requires planning. While you can schedule a bulk item pickup directly through your subscribed private hauler, certain items like Freon-containing refrigerators, old televisions, and passenger tires must go through the Clark County Specialty Recycling program. These specific drop-offs usually incur a small poundage or per-item fee to cover the costs of safe environmental processing.
Drop-off Facilities
Clark County Specialty Recycling Center
1620 W Main St, Springfield, OH 45504
Materials Accepted
Springfield C&D Landfill
2600 Mechanicsburg Road, Springfield, OH
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the City of Springfield provide my weekly trash pickup?
No, the City of Springfield does not run a municipal trash service for the general public. Springfield utilizes an open-market system, meaning homeowners must independently select and hire a private waste hauler, such as Rumpke, Waste Management, or H.W. Mann & Sons, for their weekly garbage collection.
How do I get rid of an old television in Springfield?
Televisions should not be placed in your curbside trash. Instead, you can take them to the Clark County Specialty Recycling Center on West Main Street. Please note that they charge a small fee per pound for electronics, with a flat fee typically applying to old CRT television tubes.
What is the rule for disposing of leaves in the fall?
During November and December, the City of Springfield provides a curbside bagged leaf pickup. Leaves must be properly bagged—never raked loose into the street. Alternatively, you can drop off yard waste for free on Thursdays at the Clark County Recycling Center.
What should I do if my neighbor's trash is piling up?
If you notice an excessive accumulation of junk or trash on private property within the city limits, you can report it to the Springfield Code Enforcement division at 937-324-7385 to ensure the property complies with local health and safety ordinances.